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VZ-HD3600A
VZ-HD3650A
VZ-HD3700A
VZ-HD3780A
Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi camera.
Please read this User's Manual thoroughly and use the camera as instructed.
After reading the User's Manual, store it safely.
VZ-HD3600A
VZ-HD3650A
VZ-HD3700A
VZ-HD3780A
Introduction
Installation and
Connection
Direct Remote
Control Function
Configuration via
Menus Function
Appendix
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- Page 1 Direct Remote Control Function Configuration via Menus Function VZ-HD3600A Appendix VZ-HD3650A VZ-HD3700A VZ-HD3780A Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi camera. Please read this User's Manual thoroughly and use the camera as instructed. After reading the User's Manual, store it safely.
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Page 2: Important Information
Important Information For Your Safety WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Identifications of caution marks The camera and AC adapter have the This symbol warns the user that following caution marks. uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to CAUTION... - Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your camera, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the camera and accessory equipment.
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Page 4: Cautions On Use Of This Product
Cautions on Use of this Product - Be sure to read this information - l Cautions on use Do not subject the camera to impact. • This camera is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall. - Page 5 l Cautions on Storage Do not store the camera in a very humid or dusty place. • If dust gets inside the camera, it may malfunction. Under high humidity, the lens may become moldy, and the camera could become inoperable. We recommend storing the camera in a box with dessicant when storing in a closet, etc.
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Page 6: Regulatory Notice
Regulatory Notice FCC Statement Warning This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Connecting to an External Important Information Device with an RS-232C ... 25 Cautions on Use of this Product Connecting Multiple - Be sure to read this Cameras to an External information - ......4 Device ....... 25 Regulatory Notice ..... - Page 8 Selecting a Shooting Mode Main Specifications ....60 to Match the Conditions Dimensional Drawing ..61 (Program AE) ....39 VIDEO OUT Setting the white balance..41 (DVI-I) terminal ....65 Turning the Digital Zoom RS-232C IN terminal .... 66 On/Off .......
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Page 9: Introduction Features
Its digital zoom function lets it take telephoto shots at 40x. Multiple Video Output Interfaces The VZ-HD3600A has a DVI-I (VIDEO OUT) terminal and supports both digital and analog output. The VZ-HD3650A has an HD-SDI (High Definition Serial Digital Interface)* output, suitable for long distance transmission. -
Page 10: Checking Accessories
Checking Accessories After you open the package be sure to check that the following accessories are inside. AC adapter Power cord Remote control Connects to the Connects the AC camera. adapter to an outlet. RS-422 terminal block Two AAA batteries Ceiling mount fixture connector (VZ-HD3780A only) - Page 11 Information on DVI-I and HD-SDI Cables l DVI-I and HD-SDI cables do not come with the product. Please purchase them separately to match the specifications of your monitor or other external device. Refer to pages 23 and 24 for information on cable types. Alternatively, refer to page 65 for the terminal specifications for DVI-I cables.
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Page 12: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts The illustrations in this User's Manual are of the VZ-HD3700A. VZ-HD3780A is similar in shape and form to VZ-HD3700A, but the orientation for installation and the printing are vertically inverted. VZ-HD3600/3650A is similar in shape and form to VZ-HD3700A, but the backside terminal configuration is different. - Page 13 Rear Base VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A VZ-HD3780A DC IN 12V terminal (P. 22) VIDEO OUT (HD-SDI) terminal [VZ-HD3650/3700/3780A] RS-232C IN terminal (P. 25) (P. 24) RS-232C OUT terminal (P. 25) Tripod mounting hole (P. 19) RS-422 terminal (P. 25) Screw mounting holes (P. 19) VIDEO OUT (DVI-I) terminal Rating label [VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A]...
- Page 14 Setting the VIDEO SELECT Switch Video output format position Switch 1080i/59.94 This switch allows you to select 1080p/59.94[VZ-HD3700/3780A] the video format of the signal to 720p/59.94 be output from the VIDEO OUT 1080p/29.97 terminals. ― ― ― Caution Serial control Ÿ Be sure to set this switch before 1080i/50 you turn on the camera.
- Page 15 Switch 5 (Not used) SYSTEM SELECT Switch Always set to OFF*. Settings Switch 6 (Not used) Always set to OFF*. – Switches 7-9 (remote code switch) Allows you to select the remote control code (RC.1 to RC.3) to receive in cases such as when operating multiple cameras with the same remote, or to avoid interference from another remote...
- Page 16 Caution Ÿ Make the settings for Serial communication baud rate Video OUT Sync switch [VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A] prior to turning the camera on. Do not make these settings after turning the power on. Ÿ When connecting devices in a daisy chain (P. 25), it is necessary to make the Serial communication baud rate and...
- Page 17 EXPOSURE Button (P. 33) Remote Control 10-key Buttons (for presets) (P. 35) PRESET Button (P. 35) HOME Button (P. 30) TELE / WIDE Buttons (P. 30) MENU Button (P. 37) BACK Button (P. 38) POWER Button (P. 27) FULL AUTO Button (P. 34) RESET Button (P.
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Page 18: Installation And Connection
Installation and Connection Installation Caution Ÿ During installation, take steps as needed to prevent the camera from falling. Ÿ Install the camera so it is level. Ÿ Install it in a normal orientation. VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A VZ-HD3780A Ÿ When moving the camera, carry it by its base. Do not carry it by the camera itself. -
Page 19: Mounting On A Tripod (Sold Separately)
Mounting on a Tripod Install with Mounting (Sold Separately) Screws (Sold Separately) VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A Attach the tripod to the tripod VZ-HD3600/3650/3700A mounting hole on the base of the Install mounting screws in the four camera. screw mounting holes on the base. Tighten the screw securely by hand. -
Page 20: Ceiling Installation
Ceiling Installation Be sure to attach the safety wire of the camera with the included VZ-HD3780A screw (M5 × 12). Use the included ceiling mount Install the mounting hardware as fixture, along with the safety wire indicated by the mark. and screws when mounting the Included screw (M5 ×... - Page 21 Attach the other end of the Fasten the camera to the ceiling safety wire you attached to the mount fixture with the included camera in step 1 to the ceiling screw (M5 × 12) from the rear of mount fixture with the included the camera.
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Page 22: Connections
Connections Connecting to an Electrical Outlet Follow the steps below to connect the camera to an electrical outlet via the included AC adapter and power cord. Connect the wire from the AC adapter to the DC IN 12V terminal on the camera. -
Page 23: Connecting To A Monitor With An Analog Component In Terminal
Connecting to a Connecting to a Monitor with an Monitor with an Analog Component Analog RGB IN Terminal IN Terminal VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A To VIDEO OUT To VIDEO OUT (DVI-I) terminal (DVI-I) terminal DVI-component DVI-Analog RGB converter cable* converter cable* To component To Analog RGB IN terminal... -
Page 24: Connecting To A Monitor With A Dvi In Terminal
Connecting to a Connecting to a Monitor with a DVI IN Monitor with an Terminal HD-SDI IN Terminal VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A VZ-HD3650/3700/3780A To VIDEO OUT To VIDEO OUT (DVI-I) terminal (HD-SDI) terminal DVI cable* HD-SDI cable To DVI IN To HD-SDI IN terminal terminal HD video monitor, etc. -
Page 25: Connecting To An External Device With An Rs-232C
Connecting to an Connecting Multiple External Device with Cameras to an an RS-232C External Device l To control more than one l Use an RS-232C to connect camera with an external the camera for control via an device via RS-232C or external device. - Page 26 Connecting with RS-232C Cables Connecting with RS-422 Cables External Control Device External Control Device RS-232 cable RS-422 Cables Camera 1 Camera 1 Terminal block RS-232 cable connector Camera 2 Camera 2 RS-232 cable Camera 3 Camera 3 Caution Ÿ When connecting devices in a daisy chain, it is necessary to make the selections the same for all the connected cameras, namely the SYSTEM SELECT SWITCH 1 (serial communication baud rate) and SYSTEM SELECT SWITCH 3 (RS-232C/RS-422).
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Page 27: Direct Remote Control Function
Direct Remote Control Function Before Use Turning the Power ON l This chapter describes the functions that can operate the camera directly via remote control. Refer to P. 37 for functions that use menu screens. l Remote control buttons are indicated as [Button Name]. -
Page 28: Screen Display
Screen Display If you press [DISPLAY], the current settings of camera functions and zoom operations, etc., are displayed as in the following example. If you press [DISPLAY] again, the display turns off. Direct Remote Function Menu Operation Control Operation Zoom ●... - Page 29 Following are displays of settings that can be made for different functions, shown by setting content. (Default content shown first) Zoom White Balance No icon: Auto Current zoom position : Manual : Set Digital Zoom: Off : Outdoor Current zoom position : Indoor1 Digital range : Indoor2...
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Page 30: Panning, Tilting And Zooming
Zooming Panning, Tilting The camera can zoom up to 10x and Zooming optically or 40x digitally. (The digital zoom function is Off Panning and Tilting when purchased.) Pans or tilts, thus adjusting the orientation of the camera. TELE/WIDE While viewing the screen press [TELE] or While looking at the... -
Page 31: Adjusting The Camera
Turning the Digital Zoom Adjusting the On/Off Camera Press [DIGITAL ZOOM] repeatedly to turn it On/Off. Adjusting the Focus The digital zoom function can also Manually (Manual be turned On/Off using menus. Focus) (P. 43) If it is difficult to adjust the focus automatically, you can adjust it Caution manually. - Page 32 Press [ + ] or [ - ] to Hint adjust the focus Ÿ When focusing manually, start Ÿ To focus on a distant with the subject zoomed in 2 subject, press [ + ] and to (Press [TELE] to take it to the focus on a near subject, T side).
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Page 33: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Image (Exposure)
Adjusting the Caution Brightness of the If the Program AE mode is Image (Exposure) set to [Manual], the results of adjusting the exposure are not Normally, the exposure is reflected. When the Program AE automatically adjusted. However, mode is set to anything other depending on the shooting than [Manual], the exposure conditions, the exposure can be... -
Page 34: Compensating For Backlight
Compensating for Returning Changed backlight Settings to their Defaults (Full Auto) When the subject is lit from the rear, this function will compensate for The following settings can be lighting so that the subject is not too returned to their defaults with one dark. -
Page 35: Making Camera Presets
Making Camera When the camera is in the state you wish to Presets save, press [PRESET] 1 and then press the You can set up presets for different number you wish to camera settings, such as its pan, tilt and zoom. Once presets are made, save (from [1] to [32]) they are retained even if the power 2 ... - Page 36 Remote Control Indicators Caution l Whenever you operate Ÿ While trying to save, call up or a camera via the remote delete a camera preset, if you control, the indicators of the enter a number other than from configured camera numbers [1] to [32], or if you press (CAMERA*) light up.
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Page 37: Configuration Via Menus Function
Configuration via Menus Function Operating Menus and Understanding Screens MENU With some functions, the camera can be operated via onscreen BACK menus displayed on a monitor ENTER connected to the camera. l Within explanation of procedures, menu items are indicated as being inside Press [MENU] quotes. - Page 38 Press [ ] or [ENTER] Use [ ] or [ ] to to access menu select the desired selections on the 2nd setting and activate it level from the screen in with [ENTER] step 1 The sample screenshot Camera Functions Setup depicts the Digital Zoom set Program AE Auto...
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Page 39: Camera Functions Setup
Camera Functions Iris The aperture is adjusted Setup manually. Selecting a Shooting Spotlight Mode to Match the When a strong light is on the Conditions subject, this prevents the (Program AE) person’s face from washing out. You can also select a shooting mode that better suits the situation White Board for even clearer images. - Page 40 Slow Shutter 59.94/29.97 50/25 This sets the slow shutter 1/2000 1/1750 speed when Auto is selected. 1/1500 1/1250 1/1000 1/1000 When the image output format 1/725 1/600 is 59.94/29.97, you can select 1/500 1/425 from 1/60, 1/30 or 1/15. 1/350 1/300 When the image output format 1/250...
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Page 41: Setting The White Balance
Selecting Program AE Setting the white balance Modes When you wish to adjust the color, you can change the white balance 1 Press [MENU] setting. Select [Camera White balance mode Function Setup] 2 Auto (No icon appears.) [Program AE] Manual Program AE mode Select values for the R gain... - Page 42 Selecting a white Setting the white balance mode balance manually (Set) Prepare a white object such a thick 1 Press [MENU] sheet of white paper that is not translucent. Select [Camera Function Setup] 2 Point the camcorder at [White Balance] the white object so that white balance mode it fills the screen.
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Page 43: Turning The Digital Zoom On/Off
Turning the Digital To close, press [MENU]; Zoom On/Off to redo the process, go back to step 4 and Although the digital zoom function can be turned On/Off using [Digital repeat Zoom] (P. 31), it can also be done Ÿ The white balance via the menu. -
Page 44: Image Setup
It can be set in a range from 0 to 16 Image Setup (17 steps). The smaller the setting value, the This sets the depth of more it corrects the brightness of the color (Saturation) intermediate level to the brighter side. This allows you to set the color level. -
Page 45: Swivel Setup
Swivel Setup Caution The speed may not change even Reversing Pan/Tilt though its setting is, due to the Movement range of movement. This allows you to reverse the pan/ tilt movement when the cursors ] are pressed. To reverse left/right movement, set Reverse Pan to ON;... -
Page 46: Initial Setup
Reverting All Menu Initial Setup Settings to their Initial Setting the Output Setup (Reset) Format (Color System) 1 Press [MENU] VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A Press [Initial Setup] 2 This allows you to configure the [Reset] image output format. Press [ENTER] You can select from between RGB and YPbPr to match the connected The following screen opens. -
Page 47: Appendix Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting Before requesting repairs, look at the following things. After doing so, if there is still some problem in its operation and you cannot resolve it yourself, please contact the store where you purchased it. Refer to P. 69 for information on after sales service. - Page 48 Refer to If this Happens Way to Resolve the Problem Page HD-SDI output [VZ-HD3650/3700/3780A] (Cont.) is not output at 1080p/59.94 or 1080p/50. P. 15 Change the Video Select switch and try P. 25 using a different image output format or use the DVI-I OUT [VZ-HD3700/3780A].
- Page 49 Refer to If this Happens Way to Resolve the Problem Page The brightness of When the brightness of the background subjects end up changes, the brightness of your subject ― changing. will also change due to the auto exposure adjustment of the camera. The area around This is not a fault.
- Page 50 Refer to If this Happens Way to Resolve the Problem Page The remote control Are you pointing the remote control at the doesn’t work. receiver on the camera? P. 12 Point the remote at the receiver of the camera and then operate it. Is the receiver on the camera in direct sunlight or under a bright light, such as a fluorescent one? When the receiver is...
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Page 51: Menu Structure
Menu Structure The camera’s menus are structured as follows. Refer Menu Item Menu Item Setting (Top Level) (2nd Level) Auto* Manual Shutter Program AE P. 39 Iris Spotlight White Board Camera Auto* Functions Manual Setup White Balance P. 41 Outdoor Indoor 1 Indoor 2 Digital Zoom... - Page 52 Refer Menu Item Menu Item Setting (Top Level) (2nd Level) Pan Reverse Off* Tilt Reverse Off* Pan Tilt Limit Swivel Setup Off* P. 45 Mode 1 Mode 2 Speed Setup Mode 3* Mode 4 Mode 5 RGB* Color System P. 46 [VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A] Initial Setup YPbPr...
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Page 53: Preset Items And Retained Settings
Preset Items and Retained Settings The following table shows the items that can be saved to presets (P. 35) and the settings that are retained in the absence of anything registered to Preset 1. l When settings have been registered to Preset 1, the camera starts up with the settings of Preset 1. -
Page 54: Software License Information
The software incorporated into this product is composed of multiple independent software modules and the copyright for each of the individual software modules belongs to Hitachi Industry & Control Solutions, Ltd. or a third party. These products incorporate software modules that were developed and/or created by Hitachi Industry &... - Page 55 Software License Information GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright© 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. Preamble 2.
- Page 56 expressly provided under this License. Any attempt otherwise to copy, modify, MAY MODIFY AND/OR REDISTRIBUTE THE PROGRAM AS PERMITTED ABOVE, sublicense or distribute the Program is void, and will automatically terminate BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, IN- your rights under this License.
- Page 57 Software License Information GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1, February 1999 Copyright© 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. [This is the first released version of the Lesser GPL.
- Page 58 an argument passed when the facility is invoked, then you must make a tices, you must include the copyright notice for the Library among them, as well good faith effort to ensure that, in the event an application does not supply as a reference directing the user to the copy of this License.
- Page 59 Software License Information and this License would be to refrain entirely from distribution of the Library. END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS If any portion of this section is held invalid or unenforceable under any partic- How to Apply These Terms to Your New Libraries ular circumstance, the balance of the section is intended to apply, and the sec- If you develop a new library, and you want it to be of the greatest possible use tion as a whole is intended to apply in other circumstances.
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Page 60: Main Specifications
Allowable Operating Temp (Humid) 0 to 40°C (10 to 85%) , no condensation Allowable Storage Temp (Humid) - 20 to + 60°C (10 to 85%) VZ-HD3600A: Approx. 198 × 152 × 125mm Dimensions (W×H×D) VZ-HD3650/3700A: Approx. 198 × 152 × 132mm (Incl. -
Page 61: Dimensional Drawing
Dimensional Drawing VZ-HD3600A Front Side Base 4-M3 Ø 5 1/4-20UNC Unit: mm... - Page 62 Dimensional Drawing VZ-HD3650A Front Side Base 4-M3 Ø 5 1/4-20UNC Unit: mm...
- Page 63 Dimensional Drawing VZ-HD3700A Front Side Base 4-M3 Ø 5 1/4-20UNC Unit: mm...
- Page 64 Dimensional Drawing VZ-HD3780A Base 4 -Ø5.6 hole Ceiling mount fixture Front Side Bottom Unit: mm...
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Page 65: Video Out (Dvi-I) Terminal
VIDEO OUT (DVI-I) terminal VZ-HD3600/3700/3780A (DVI 29 pin) DVI-I Pin No Function Pin No Function TMDS Data 2– TMDS data 0+ TMDS Data 2+ TMDS data 0/5 shield TMDS Data 2/4 shield TMDS data 5– (Not used) TMDS Data 4– (Not used) TMDS data 5+ (Not used) -
Page 66: Rs-232C In Terminal
RS-422 terminal RS-232C IN terminal (connect terminal block, 9 pin) (8 -pin mini DIN, female) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RS-422 Pin No Function Pin No Function DTR IN RxD OUT– DSR IN RxD OUT+ TxD IN TxD OUT–... -
Page 67: Connection Wiring Diagram
RS-422 Connection Wiring Diagram External device terminal Camera1 RS-422 terminal 外部機器端子 カメラ1のRS-422端子 TxD OUT+ TxD IN+ TxD OUT– TxD IN– RxD OUT+ RxD IN+ RxD OUT– RxD IN– TxD OUT+ TxD OUT– RxD OUT+ RxD OUT– Camera2 RS-422 terminal カメラ2のRS-422端子... -
Page 68: Using Rs-422 Terminal Block Connectors
Using RS-422 terminal When Unplugging block connectors Connector Plugs Grasp both ends of the RS-422 terminal block connector plug and Insert the wire (AWG 28-18) into unplug it as shown in the diagram. the hole you wish to connect and tighten the corresponding screw with a slotted screwdriver. -
Page 69: Warranty And After-Service
Product with new or refurbished parts, or (ii) replace the Product with a new or refurbished product with equal or greater features and functions as the Product. If Purchaser rejects, refuses or otherwise does not accept Hitachi’s repair or replacement o er, this Limited Warranty shall be void and of no further force or e ect. - Page 70 Product that has been modi ed or repaired in a manner not previously authorized by Hitachi in writing; (b) any Product whose serial number (if any) has been removed, altered, replaced, defaced or rendered illegible; (c) any defect, malfunction, or failure caused by or resulting from non-authorized service, maintenance, repair or part replacements;...
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